Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""The Major Operations Of The Navies In The War Of American Independence"" was written by Alfred T. Mahan and was first published in 1913. The book provides a comprehensive account of the naval operations that took place during the American War of Independence. Mahan was a renowned naval historian and strategist who had a deep understanding of the role of naval power in warfare. The book is divided into three parts, with the first part providing an overview of the naval forces involved in the war and the strategic objectives of the major powers. The second part of the book focuses on the major naval battles that took place during the war, including the battles of Bunker Hill, Saratoga, and Yorktown. The third part of the book covers the naval operations in the West Indies and the Mediterranean.Mahan's writing style is clear and concise, and he provides detailed descriptions of the naval tactics and strategies used by the major powers during the war. He also provides insights into the personalities of the naval commanders and their decision-making processes. The book is well-researched and includes maps and illustrations to help readers visualize the naval operations.Overall, ""The Major Operations Of The Navies In The War Of American Independence"" is an important work of naval history that provides a detailed account of the role of naval power in the American War of Independence. It is a must-read for anyone interested in naval history or the history of the American Revolution.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
